Best trails near Broschegrund
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Want to check out Broschegrund from the trail? Good news: 29 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 28 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Broschegrund are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (295)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland. This popular circular hike starts at the market square in the town of Wehlen and leads along beautiful forest paths to the famous sandstone formations. It can also be comfortably reached by bus. From the starting point, the path leads steadily uphill past Steinerner Tisch to the bastion. There you can linger a little and enjoy the view. You return via the spa town of Rathen, Altrathen Castle along the Elbe to the starting point of the...
- 4.7 (241)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route is stage 1 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section leads from Pirna-Liebethal to Stadt Wehlen. The path follows the Wesenitz River through the romantic Liebethaler Grund, passing the Richard Wagner Monument, and continues through the Uttewalder Grund with its famous rock gate. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses in Stadt Wehlen; camping is prohibited within the national park. Potable water should be carried or refilled at...
- 4.7 (93)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, promising hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The tour starts at the train station in Wehlen. Then you have to take the ferry to the other side of the Elbe (note prices and timetable). From there it goes uphill via Wehlen Castle. Follow the "Red Dot" markings through the Wehlener Grund, Zscherregrund and Höllengrund to the Steinernen Tisch and on to the Bastei. The secret, quiet highlight of the hike, however, is the ascent through the typical U-shaped grounds. You...
- 4.5 (95)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. This route runs along the Malerweg trail. Starting from the town of Wehlen, it leads to the Bastei, where there is an excellent view of the surrounding sandstone formations and the opportunity to visit a medieval castle, the ruins of which still survive in the rock formations. The tour begins with a ferry crossing of the Elbe (check timetable and prices). Finally, right at the beginning, the route climbs steeply along the...
- 4.6 (70)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly hike to the Uttewalder Felsentor in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This hike can be reached by bus and train (Uttewald bus stop). Paid parking is available at the starting point for those arriving by car. Well suited for families with children, this hike leads through the impressive rock world and fairytale gorges of the Uttewalder Grund. From the Bruno monument it goes via the Schleifgrund to the Uttewalder Grund until you reach the adventurous circular route through the...
- 4.7 (61)·Easy·3.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrEasy hike. For all fitness levels. Easily accessible paths. No special skills required. Route description: Deeply incised valleys run through the sandstone of the Vordere Sächsische Schweiz. They have an almost mystical atmosphere and a cool cellar climate. It is a world of its own into which this hike plunges; in seclusion and a little detached from reality. From the Kohlberg parking lot (road between Lohmen and Dorf Wehlen) or from the nearby bus stop in Uttewalde, after a few meters...
- 4.6 (25)·Moderate·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrBarrier-free hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The tour leads to one of the famous motifs of the romantic painters of the 18th/19th century. The route to the Uttenwalder Felsentor is charming and varied. A comfortable journey by train is possible. From the town of Wehlen, the route then leads along the edge of the forest down to Uttewalder Grund. The route follows the markings of the Malerweg trail. Fallen trees and boulders lie across the trail, countless ferns hang from the rocks and...
- 4.7 (34)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrDemanding circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This circular hike in Saxon Switzerland offers a good balance between quiet sections of the trail and popular attractions. For example, it can get extremely crowded around the famous Bastei or the Schwedenlöcher, especially on summer weekends. The route starts in Uttewalde at the Bruno monument, which can be easily reached by bus. From there, it is a fairly relaxed walk to the junction in Amselgrund. From there,...
- 4.2 (15)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe Uttewalder Grund in Saxon Switzerland offers a unique hike through an impressive rocky landscape. A visit takes you through narrow gorges and past high sandstone formations. Particularly worth seeing is the Uttewalder Felsentor, a natural arch made of rock, which is a popular photo motif. The path, which is often shady and cool, runs alongside the Uttewalder stream and is lined with mosses and ferns, which give the gorge an almost fairytale atmosphere. Sturdy footwear is recommended on...
- 4.6 (24)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly circular trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hiking trail leads through the Vordere Sächsische Schweiz. With a fairly short distance, the route is suitable for families and leads through beautiful gorges and cliffs. It starts at the Bruno bus stop. The trail runs through Uttewalde to Haus Lieselotte. There, the path turns left onto the Steinrückenweg and leads uphill for a good stretch. The route finally leads back through Höllengrund. This is...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Broschegrund?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Broschegrund. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 28 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Broschegrund?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Broschegrund is Bastei Loop in Saxon Switzerland, which has a 4.6 star rating from 295 reviews. This trail is 6.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 961 ft.
What is the longest trail near Broschegrund?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Broschegrund is Perlen der Sächsischen Schweiz 2021 (50 km). This trail is estimated to be 30.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Broschegrund?
Broschegrund: With an ascent of 5,823 ft, City of Wehlen - Koenigstein - Hohnstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is 34. Bergtest bei Wehlen with 5,787 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Broschegrund?
The most popular and difficult trail near Broschegrund is Felsentor - Schwedenlöcher - Bastei with a 4.7-star rating from 34 reviews.
Top sights in Saxon Switzerland National Park
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Points of interest
- Echse
- Schwedenturm
- Taufstein
- Höllengrund
- Höllengrundscheibe
- Wilde Schwedenlöcher
- Felsenburg Neurathen
- Die Steinschleuder
- Pavillonaussicht
- Kohlgrund
- Schwedenlöcher
- Ferdinandaussicht
- Heringshöhle
- Uttewalder Felsentor
- Byrrhus-Felsen
- Elektrizitätswerk Copitz
- Zscherregrund
- Tiefer Grund
- Wesenitz Umfließung Daubemühle
- Jahrhundertturm